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Saturday, March 31, 2012

NEW CLASSES FOR APRIL

BRIOCHE STITCH SCARF

Brioche stitch produces a lofty, ridged fabric. Pronounced columns of elongated knit stitches appear to float on the surface above purl troughs. Because it is reversible, brioche stitch is a good choice for scarves, shawls, and blankets.Using two different colors creates a great effect but is very easy to work. Play with color changing yarns and solids......When: Wednesday, April 11th, Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm Instructor: ChristianeLevel: Advanced Beginner. Material: 2 skeins of worsted weight yarn in different colors. Circular needle size US 6 (or 5).

INTRODUCTION TO MITERED SQUARES

This class is focused on technique rather than a project. Margaret will introduce class participants to making mitered squares by working on a simple block using one skein of worsted weight yarn. A light colored yarn is recommended to enable students to see their stitches. When completed, the block can be used as a wash cloth, hot pad or doll blanket, depending on yarn selection (cotton, 100% wool, or blend, respectively).Supplies: One skein worsted weight light-colored yarn, one set of needles (straight or circular) sized to the yarn, "safety pin" style stitch markers, scissors, pen/pencil. A pattern will be provided.Please purchase your yarn and supplies prior to the beginning of class.NOTE: The photo is representative of how mitered squares look but is not a picture of the block the class will be working on.When: Wednesday, April 18thTime: 7:00pm to 9:00pmInstructor: MargaretLevel: Advanced beginner. Must know how to cast on, knit, purl and bind off.

Margret used this technique to create this beautiful baby blanket.I'm sure she will have more exciting ideas for you in the class.

LACE SOCKS

These playful lace socks remind of cascading water falls. They are worked top down and with an easy to memorize pattern repeat which makes it a fast and fun knit. This pattern can be either worked on two circular or double pointed needles.When: Wednesday, April 25th, Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm Instructor: ChristianeLevel: Intermediate. (Prior sock knitting experience necessary)Material: 1 skein of fingering weight yarn. Circular or double pointed needles size US 1 or size to obtain gauge.

Learn to Knit Socks

Learn how to knit a basic sock. Ongoing class held Wednesday afternoons.

Wednesday: 3pm -5pm Instructor: Carol Level: This is NOT a learn to knit class. You should know knitting basics and how to read a pattern.

Wednesday afternoons not convenient for you? Let us know and we will arrange a meet and teach for socks.

Would you like to learn how to knit?

We would be happy to teach you. Call or stop in at the shop

Individual or group classes can be arranged

GENTLE REMINDER OFYWAT CLASS POLICIES

1. Our classes are free. We only require that you purchase your project from YWAT. This means that you must buy yarn specifically for the class. Unfortunately this also means that you may not use your stash yarn, even if you purchased it at YWAT unless it specifically states otherwise in the class description.
2. Class space is limited. Please make sure you register for courses ahead of time so a place can be reserved for you. Sorry, but walk-ins on the day of class will no longer be permitted. At the time of registration you will be given an information sheet about the class. This includes class days and times, recommended yarn and needles sizes, any homework required prior to class and pattern information. If the pattern is only available as a online download, information where the pattern can be ordered will also be provided.
3. Instructions for classes will be held during class times. Classes will be held on an occasional Tuesday evening, Wednesday evenings or Saturday morning and afternoon. Some classes will have multiple days which should offer sufficuent assistance to complete your project. If additional days are required, a time, mutually agreed upon by the instructor and attendees will be arranged. If you find that you are in need of additional, individual, assistance please call the shop to make an appointment with the instructor. You are always welcome to stop by on the chance that help will be available or if the shop is busy we might not be able to give you the full attention you deserve. Because we value you as a customer and don't want you to be disappointed, please know that not everyone in the shop is familiar with every technique or how the instructor is teaching the class.

will be coming down. An afghan, especially one done in individual squares,or pieces, is a great take along project.

(From left to right: Log Cabin by Christiane, Great American/Great American Aranand Building Blocks by Barb, Lizard Ridge by Christiane and Entrelac by Heike)

This beautiful afghan was knitted by Nancy G. using Berroco Remix. Remix has become a favorite yarn in the shop. It is a non-wool tweed made from 5 recycled fibers (30% nylon,/27% cotton/24% acrylic/10% silk/9% linen. Remix is a worsted weight yarn and each skein has 216 yards. It is also machine washable.

April Classes

Introduction to Mitered Squares

This class is focused on technique rather than a project. Margaret will introduce class participants to making mitered squares by working on a simple block using one skein of worsted weight yarn. A light colored yarn is recommended to enable students to see their stitches. When completed, the block can be used as a wash cloth, hot pad or doll blanket, depending on yarn selection (cotton, 100% wool, or blend, respectively).

Date: Wednesday, April 18

Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Instructor: Margaret

Level: Advanced Beginner

(You must know how to cast on, knit and purl).

Supplies: One skein worsted weight light-colored yarn, one set of needles (straight or circular) sized to the yarn, "safety pin" style stitch markers, scissors, pen/pencil. A pattern will be provided.

Please purchase your yarn and supplies prior to the beginning of class.

NOTE: The photo is representative of how mitered squares look but is not a picture of the block the class will be working on.

Building Blocks Afghan KAL.

April “get togethers” will be onTuesday, April 10 and 24, 5pm to 7:30 pm and

Ongoing class held Wednesday afternoons. Learn how to knit a basic sock. Wednesday: 3pm -5pm Instructor: Carol Level: This is NOT a learn to knit class. You should know knitting basics and how to read a pattern.Wednesday afternoons not convenient for you? Let us know and we will arrange a meet and teach for socks.

Saturday, March 17, 2012

SANDEE'S MARCHBIRTHDAY SALE CONTINUES

LAST DAY - SATURDAY, MARCH 24TH.

DON’T MISS OUT ON THE FUN

ALL YARN (INCLUDING SALE YARN),

BOOKS AND PATTERNS ARE ON SALE.

Discounts ranging from 20% to 35%, will be received when you check out and will be based on your total purchase. Your discount will be determined when you choose a balloon and pop it. The amount of the discount is written on a paper inside.

Sale does NOT include Knitting Needles, Crochet Hooks, Accessories, Spinning Wheels or Looms. Sale discounts do not apply to previous purchases. All Sales Final.

Come in and wish Sandee a Happy Birthday

and at the same time stock up on all

your favorite yarns.

Reminder that the theme in the shopfor the month of March is AFGHANS

(From left to right: Log Cabin by Christiane, Great American/Great American Aran and Building Blocks by Barb, Lizard Ridge by Christiane and Entrelac by Heike)

Come in and see the beautiful afghan display on the shop wall. What better time to decide to knit, or crochet, an afghan than when the shop is having a yarn sale.

While on the subject of Afghans, more Building Blocks Afghan pattern books have arrived in the shop and there is always room for more in our Building Blocks afghan knit along. Next get together will be on Saturday, March 24th 9:30am to 11:30am. Be there with your squares!

CLASSES

Mosaic Knitted Pouches

Wednesday, March 21st

Are you intrigued by color work but intimidated by the idea of having to manage two or more yarns across a row? Then mosaic knitting may be the thing to try. Mosaic knitting is an interesting technique where you will use multiple colors, but each row is worked with only one. The magic happens when you add slipped stitches. The end result is a dense sturdy fabric perfect for these pouches. This project is worked flat. The pattern gives you a choice of three sizes to make ranging from 3" x 3.75" to 5.5" x 5.75".Day: Wednesday, March 21Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pmInstructor: Margaret Level: Intermediate or adventurous advanced beginner. Must know how to cast on, knit, purl and bind off. Material: Worsted weight yarn - either one skein color-changing yarn such as Noro Silk Garden OR one skein EACH of two contrasting colors Size 6 needles and size 7 needles. These can be straight or circular, student's choice.Please purchase all yarn and supplies prior to class.Pattern is available at http://versusmag.blogspot.com/2011/04/mosaic-knitted-pouches-tutorial-with.html please download your copy prior to class.

Box Drape Vest

Saturday, March 24th

Not only easy to make but an easy fit! The vest can be worn open or wrapped with a belt. The basket weave stitch makes for lovely reversible folds. The combination of boxes and a nice drape create a vest that anyone, no matter their size, can wear and look marvelous. If we can get Sandee to take it off, the vest will be on display in the shop. This vest was knitted by our own Sheila and she used Queensland Rustic Tweed. This pattern was chosen from the book Swing Swagger Drape: Knit the Colors of Australia by Jane Slicer-Smith.Day: Saturday, March 24thTime: 9:30am to 11:30amInstructor: SheilaLevel: IntermediatePlease purchase all yarn and supplies prior to class. For class participants only, the book used in this class will be 20% off.

(Yarn - Baby Boom Fiesta. Pattern - Slip-n-Slide

from Sock Knitting Master Class by Ann Budd)

Learn to Knit Socks

Ongoing class held Wednesday afternoons. Learn how to knit a basic sock.

Wednesday: 3pm -5pm

Instructor: Carol

Level - Must know how to knit

Wednesday afternoons not convenient for you? Let us know and we will arrange a meet and teach for socks.

Would you like to learn how to knit?We would be happy to teach you. Call or stop in at the shop

Sunday, March 11, 2012

The Party begins on Tuesday, March 13th and continues throughSaturday, March 24th

ALL YARN (INCLUDING SALE YARN), BOOKS AND PATTERNS ARE ON SALE

Discounts, ranging from 20% to 35%, will be received when you check out and will be based on your total purchase. Your discount will be determined when you choose a balloon and pop it.The amount of your discount will be on a paper inside.

Sale does not include Knitting Needles, Crochet Hooks, Accessories,

Spinning Wheels or Looms. Sale discounts do not apply to previous purchases.

All Sales Final.

Come in and wish Sandee a Happy Birthday

and at the same time stock up on all your favorite yarns.

This includes the new yarns for spring too.

Last Chance to Sign Up for Margaret’s Entrelac Class

Due to the nasty weather on Wednesday, February 29th, the Entrelac class was rescheduled to Wednesday, March 14th.

Margaret will introduce class participants to Entrelac knitting by making a simple washcloth using one skein of worsted weight. If you feel more adventurous you can start right in on the Hobo Bag (pictured) from "Entre to Entrelac" by Gwen Bortner.

Date: Wednesday, March 14th

Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Instructor: Margaret

Level: Advanced Beginner

(You must know how to knit and purl).

Please purchase your yarn and supplies (including book if making the Hobo Bag) prior to the beginning of class. For class participants the books will be 20% off.

Seamless Raglan Cardigan or

Pullover for Babies and Kids

Wednesday, March 14th

Learn how to knit a perfectly sized raglan pullover or cardigan. Pattern includes multiple sizes and different stitch gauges. Christiane will guide you through the step-by-step instructions with a beautiful end result.

Day: Wednesday, March 14th.

Time: 7pm to 9pm

Instructor: Christiane

Level: Advanced Beginner

Please purchase all yarn and supplies prior to class.

Mosaic Knitted Pouches

Wednesday, March 21st

Are you intrigued by color work but intimidated by the idea of having to manage two or more yarns across a row? Then mosaic knitting may be the thing to try. Mosaic knitting is an interesting technique where you will use multiple colors, but each row is worked with only one. The magic happens when you add slipped stitches. The end result is a dense sturdy fabric perfect for these pouches. This project is worked flat. The pattern gives you a choice of three sizes to make ranging from 3" x 3.75" to 5.5" x 5.75".

Material: Worsted weight yarn - either one skein color-changing yarn such as Noro Silk Garden OR one skein EACH of two contrasting colors

Size 6 needles and size 7 needles. These can be straight or circular, student's choice.

Please purchase all yarn and supplies prior to class.

Pattern is available at http://versusmag.blogspot.com/2011/04/mosaic-knitted-pouches-tutorial-with.html please download your copy prior to class.

Box Drape Vest

Saturday, March 24th

Not only easy to make but an easy fit! The vest can be worn open or wrapped with a belt. The basket weave stitch makes for lovely reversible folds. The combination of boxes and a nice drape create a vest that anyone, no matter their size, can wear and look marvelous. If we can get Sandee to take it off, the vest will be on display in the shop. This vest was knitted by our own Sheila and she used Queensland Rustic Tweed.

This pattern was chosen from the book Swing Swagger Drape: Knit the Colors of Australia by Jane Slicer-Smith.

Day: Saturday, March 24th

Time: 9:30am to 11:30am

Instructor: Sheila

Level: Intermediate

Please purchase all yarn and supplies prior to class. For class participants only, the book used in this class will be 20% off.

Gansey Sweater and Building Blocks Afghan knit-a-long will meet again on Tuesday evening, March 13th from 5pm to 7:30pm and Saturday morning, March 24th from 9:30am to 11:30am.

Ongoing class held
Wednesday afternoons. Learn how to knit a basic sock.Wednesday: 3pm -5pmInstructor: CarolLevel - Must know how to knitWednesday afternoons not
convenient for you? Let us know and we will arrange a meet and teach for socks.

LAST, BUT NOT LEAST........

As many of you know, Sandee has been actively knitting on a CSM (circular sock machine) using the Elrbacher Gearhart manufactured in Cape Girardeau, MO. This machine is a reproduction of the original Gearhart made in the late 1800's and early 1900's. She is having a lot of fun and is always happy to show you this great machine, tell you about the family that is manufacturing it and show you the socks she has made. Several people already own one and a group is forming to inspire each other. If you are interested in purchasing or joining the group, stop by the shop or give Sandee a call.

Sunday, March 4, 2012

The theme in the shop for the month of March is
Afghans. I think we have all thought about making an afghan at one time or
another. It's a great way to learn new stitches and improve our skills.
Many afghans can be knit in pieces and put together at the end which makes it a
great take along project. Come in during the month of March and view some
beautiful afghans displayed on our wall.

Christiane's Lizard Ridge Afghan

Barbara's Great American Aran Afghan

and, our newest shop class, the Building Blocks afghan

New Yarn

Crystal
Palace's Tutu yarn is a
ribbon yarn that ruffles itself. This fun novelty yarn will create a quick
scarf or easy accents to any garment! Two skeins make one scarf.

Entrelac Class Rescheduled

Due to last Wednesday’s bad weather.
Margaret’s Entrelac class was rescheduled to Wednesday, March 14th. If
you missed signing up for this class, you now have a second chance.

Margaret will introduce class participants to
Entrelac knitting by making a simple washcloth using one skein of worsted
weight. If you feel more adventurous you can start right in on the Hobo Bag
(pictured) from "Entre to Entrelac" by Gwen Bortner.Date: Wednesday, March 14thTime: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pmInstructor: MargaretLevel: Advanced Beginner
(You must know how to knit and purl).
Please purchase your yarn and supplies (including book if making the Hobo Bag) prior
to the beginning of class. For class participants the books will be 20% off.

Seamless Raglan Cardigan or

Pullover for Babies and Kids

Wednesday, March 7th

Learn
how to knit a perfectly sized raglan pullover or cardigan. Pattern includes
multiple sizes and different stitch gauges. Christiane will guide you through
the step-by-step instructions with a beautiful end result.

Day – Wednesday, March 7 and 14th.

Time – 7pm to 9pm

Instructor
– Christiane

Level – Advanced Beginner

Please
purchase all yarn and supplies prior to class.

Mosaic Knitted Pouches

Wednesday, March 21st

Are you
intrigued by color work but intimidated by the idea of having to manage two or
more yarns across a row? Then mosaic knitting may be the thing to try. Mosaic
knitting is an interesting technique where you will use multiple colors, but
each row is worked with only one. The magic happens when you add slipped stitches.
The end result is a dense sturdy fabric perfect for these pouches. This project
is worked flat. The pattern gives you a choice of three sizes to make ranging
from 3" x 3.75" to 5.5" x 5.75".

Not only easy to make but an easy fit! The
vest can be worn open or wrapped with a belt. The basket weave stitch makes for
lovely reversible folds. The combination of boxes and a nice drape create a
vest that anyone, no matter their size, can wear and look marvelous. If we can
get Sandee to take it off, the vest will be on display in the shop. This vest
was knitted by our own Sheila and she used Queensland Rustic Tweed. This pattern was chosen from the book Swing
Swagger Drape: Knit the Colors of Australia by Jane Slicer-Smith.Day – Saturday, March 24thTime – 9:30am to 11:30amInstructor – SheilaLevel – Intermediate
Please purchase all yarn and supplies prior to class. For class participants
only, the book used in this class will be 20% off.

Building Blocks Afghan knit-a-long will meet again on Tuesday evening, March 13th from 5p to 7:30p and Saturday morning, March 24th from 9:30am to 11:30am.

We had a great time this past Saturday and can't wait to see everyone's finished afghans. If you missed the Saturday class but would still like to join, please give Sandee a call. There is always room for more.

Class Description: Let’s
build an afghan and build your knitting skills one block at a time. Using the
book, Building Blocks by Michelle
Hunter, we will knit twelve different squares each using different
knitting techniques with each block building on the skills learned in the
previous block. When completed you will have learned – knit, purl, increase,
decrease, cables, right and left twists, even chart reading.
This is an excellent class for anyone, including beginners, who want to
increase their knitting knowledge.

Wednesday afternoons not convenient for you? Let us know and we will arrange a meet and teach for socks.

Would you like to learn to knit? We would be happy to teach you.Call or stop in at the shopIndividual or group classescan be arranged.

OUR CUSTOMERS MAKE THE PRETTIEST THINGS

Judy M. Completed a pair of socks knittedwith Opal sock yarn.

Linda V. knitted this cute alligator scarf for her grandson. Yarn is Plymouth Coffee Beenz and pattern is from Morehouse Farms (http://www.morehousefarm.com/).

As many of you know, Sandee has been
actively knitting on a CSM (circular sock machine) using the
Elrbacher Gearhart manufactured in Cape
Girardeau, MO. This
machine is a reproduction of the original Gearhart made in the late 1800's and
early 1900's. She is having a lot of fun and is always happy to show you this great
machine, tell you about the family that is manufacturing it and show you the
socks she has made. Several people already own one and a
group is forming to inspire each other. If you are interested in joining, stop by the shop or give Sandee a call.